Description:

Western Europe, Victorian Era, ca. second quarter of the 19th century to 1901 CE. A beautiful copper ring - covered in gilding comprised of 36.87% gold and 22.03% silver - bearing an ovoid religious scene comprised of components carved from slivers of African elephant ivory. The scene depicts a left-facing robed figure in front of delicate trees who holds his hand aloft towards the beams of light emanating from atop a tall tower that is itself behind a petite altar inlaid with a sheet of nacre (mother-of-pearl). A cursive statement beneath the scene is difficult to discern. Size (inlay): 1" L x 0.58" W (2.5 cm x 1.5 cm); (ring setting): 1.07" L x 0.71" W x 0.81" H (2.7 cm x 1.8 cm x 2.1 cm); gilding quality: 36.87% gold (equivalent to 8K+) and 22.03% silver; weight: 4.3 grams; US ring size: 6

This is an ESA antique exempt piece of ivory and cannot be sold internationally or to anyone residing in the states of California, Hawaii, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, and Washington. We guarantee that the piece is over 100 years old.

Provenance: ex-Dr. Corinne Bronfman estate, Washington D.C., USA, acquired via descent; ex-Marjorie Bronfman collection, Montreal, Canada, acquired March 31,1966

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  • Condition: Wearable as shown. Minor abrasions to crystal top piece and ring setting, otherwise intact and excellent. Great luster throughout, and wonderful detailing beneath crystal.

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